Natural Inspirations! The Lichen House By Schwartz and Architecture

Through the years we have seen architecture that draws inspiration from some interesting places. Today we get another, The Lichen House By Schwartz and Architecture. This compelling design was created to mimic the organism for which it is named, doing so on a hillside in California’s Sonoma Valley.

The plot of the home features a number of mature live and coastal oak, host to Ramalina Lichen which inspired the design and its porous and breathable outer shell. The home has a large overhang that provides shade while a metal fin trellis allows light to filter through. Each wing of the house extends like branches while each room has its own unique air-flow, natural lighting, and views. The home is not only striking, but also inspiring and quite brilliant. Check out the stunning design in the images below and give us your thoughts in the comments. Stay tuned for more outstanding architecture and design coming soon.